About Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!

In the renowned HBO comedy special, Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!, comedian and writer Leo Reich brilliantly blurs the boundaries between uproarious stand-up comedy and austere performance art. This pioneering show, which aired in 2023, sets a bold, uncharted path in comedy literature. Armed with his natural talent for humor and unique writing style, Reich challenges conventional comedy wisdom and reshapes humor to his individualistic sentiments.

Making / Production

This groundbreaking series was created under the meticulous precision of HBO, famous for its high-quality movies and TV shows. The willingness to tread off the beaten path clearly shines through, as Reich's comedic ideas are laid bare and unrestricted.

Actors

• Leo Reich: Known more for his writing, Reich steps up as the lead in this special, bringing his unique brand of humor from paper to the stage.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Despite its title, Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?! was a commercial success which speaks volumes about Reich's comedic genius.
• The show was filmed in a single take, a testament to Reich's stand-up skills and stage presence.

Quotes

• I'm not funny because I'm a comedian. I'm a comedian because I'm funny - Leo Reich
• You know what's worse than a bad joke? A joke that's so good, no one gets it.

Music

The soundtrack of Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?! is an eclectic mix of rock and jazz, mirroring the Series’s ebbs and flows. The music underscores the comedic elements, and also serves as the perfect backdrop for Reich's comedic brilliance.

Soundtrack

• "Who Cares?!" by Leo Reich
• "Comedy Gold" by The Jeststers